BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Fourteenth)
In which we look at the beginning of Rodes’ attack from Oak Hill and the destruction of Iverson’s Brigade.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “The Rashness of That Hour: Politics, Gettysburg, and the Downfall of Confederate Brigadier General Alfred Iverson” by Robert J. Wynstra
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Thirteenth)
In which we see more units from both armies arrive on the field- Howard’s Eleventh Corps for the Federals and Rodes’ Division of Ewell’s Corps for the Confederates.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “The Generals of Gettysburg” by Larry Tagg.
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Twelfth)
In which we look at what Robert E Lee was up to on July 1, 1863.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Confrontation at Gettysburg” by John David Hoptak.
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Eleventh)
In which we look at George Meade’s activities June 28-July 1.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Three Days at Gettysburg: Essays on Confederate and Union Leadership” edited by Gary W. Gallagher.
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Tenth)
In which we look at the fight at the railroad cut on the morning of July 1, 1863.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Witness to Gettysburg” by Richard Wheeler.
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Ninth)
In which the entire right end of the Federal line, north of the Chambersburg Pike, collapses when attacked by Joe Davis’ Confederates.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Gettysburg: The First Day” by Harry W. Pfanz.
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Eighth)
In which the hard-charging Iron Brigade drives Archer’s Confederates out of the Herbst woodlot.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Those Damned Black Hats!: The Iron Brigade in the Gettysburg Campaign” by Lance J. Herdegen.
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Seventh)
In which we see the first Federal infantry arrive on the battlefield, just in the nick of time.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Gettysburg: The Story of the Battle with Maps” by the Editors of Stackpole Books.
This episode of the podcast was sponsored by Simon & Schuster, publishers of “Lincoln on the Verge: Thirteen Days to Washington” by Ted Widmer. It’s out now, so check it out here
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Sixth)
In which we do some myth-busting, looking at stories about shoes, Spencers, and sharpshooters.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “A Field Guide to Gettysburg: Experiencing the Battlefield through Its History, Places, and People” by Carol Reardon & Tom Vossler.
This episode of the podcast was sponsored by Simon & Schuster, publishers of “Lincoln on the Verge: Thirteen Days to Washington” by Ted Widmer. It’s available now, so check it out here
BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG (Part the Fifth)
In which we examine John Reynolds’ key role in bringing about a battle at Gettysburg.
Our book recommendation for this episode is “Crisis at the Crossroads: The First Day at Gettysburg” by Warren W. Hassler Jr.